By Cary Shuman [email protected] Heather Buccini had the honor of singing the National Anthem at Senior Night for the newly crowned state champion Winthrop High boys basketball team. Buccini, a talented, eight-year-old second grader at the Gorman/Fort Banks School, has…
Month: March 2011
Interviews with Finalists Will Be Aired on WCAT
By Joseph Domelowicz For the Transcript The Winthrop School Committee began interviews this week of the four finalist candidates to be the district’s new superintendent, with two candidates being interviewed on Tuesday night in an open, non-televised session and the…
When It Begins, Short Beach Project Will Impact Traffic in and out of Town
By Joseph Domelowicz For the Transcript Public Works Director Dave Hickey said this week that continued state work on Short Beach will likely impact travel in and out of Winthrop over Short Beach for a period of at least three…
Dancing Without the Stars: WSPA Party Stresses Fun, Participation
By Joseph Domelowicz For the Transcript The Winthrop School of Performing Arts has begun a new type of open adult dance class on Monday nights, designed to encourage participants to learn how to dance, have some fun and burn off…
Thanks, Pat – Mcgee Track Coach is a Genuine Legend
The decision by Winthrop School Department administrators to hire a new boys outdoor track coach brings to a conclusion the long and distinguished career of former coach Pat McGee. Winthrop has been blessed with outstanding coaches for both boys and…
Police Blotter 03-24-2011
March 14 1:35 p.m. — Officer Callinan found a license plate while working a detail on Hagman Road. The owner was contacted and told to pick up the plate at the station. 4:55 p.m. — The DPW is notified about…
New Superintendent – Ideal Candidate Should Possess Experience Building Schools
With the search committee for a new Superintendent of Schools having narrowed its list of candidates to a final four, we have no doubt that the School Committee will have before it a highly qualified person from which to choose…
Fucillo Signs Pro Contract with Team in Denmark
By Cary Shuman [email protected] Anthony Fucillo is in Denmark today preparing to begin his career in professional football. The Tufts University graduate and record-setting quarterback will be playing for the AAB 89ers in the Denmark professional football league. Fucillo was…
Obituaries 03-24-2011
Col. John Moriarty Masschusetts State Police (retired) Colonel John R. Moriarty, retired, of the Massachusetts State Police (MSP) died at his home in Winthrop on March 18. A lifelong resident of Winthrop and a 1943 graduate of Winthrop High School…
WHS Wins State Title – Vikings Claim Hoop Crown with a Rousing Victory over Cohasset
Staff Report The Winthrop High boys basketball team parlayed a strong defense, powerful offensive rebounding, and timely shooting to capture the MIAA Division 4 state championship with a 58-55 victory over Cohasset Tuesday afternoon at the New Boston Garden. With…